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Tax Assistant jobs are open across public accounting firms, corporate tax departments, and financial services, from entry-level to senior associate, with specializations in individual tax preparation, corporate compliance, and payroll tax. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Tax Collator / Administrative Assistant
Pfeifer Binder & Alberth PC — Mars, PA
Seasonal Position | Part-Time, Increasing to Full-Time During the Final Month of Tax Season
Pfeifer Binder & Alberth PC is seeking a dependable, detail-oriented individual to assist our accounting team during tax season. This position involves assembling completed tax returns, organizing client documents, and helping ensure that finished tax packages are accurate, complete, and ready for delivery.
The position will begin with part-time hours. Availability to work full-time during the final month leading up to the April tax filing deadline is required.
Responsibilities
- Assemble completed tax returns and related documents according to firm procedures.
- Check tax packages for required forms, signature pages, payment vouchers, and filing instructions.
- Scan, copy, organize, and save client documents.
- Prepare tax packages for client pickup, mailing, or delivery through our secure client portal.
- Track completed packages and notify staff of missing documents or assembly issues.
- Assist with returning original documents to clients.
- Provide general administrative support, including filing, answering phones, and assisting clients as needed.
- Maintain strict confidentiality of client information.
Qualifications
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to follow instructions and complete repetitive tasks accurately.
- Comfortable using computers, printers, scanners, and basic office software.
- Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines in a busy office.
- Dependable attendance and a professional, courteous manner.
- Prior office or administrative experience is preferred. Tax preparation experience is not required; training will be provided.
Schedule and Compensation
- Seasonal, in-office position in Mars, Pennsylvania.
- Part-time hours during tax season, increasing to full-time during the final month before the April filing deadline.
- Hourly compensation based on experience.
Pay: $20.00 - $23.00 per hour
Expected hours: 20.0 – 50.0 per week
Work Location: In person
Tax Collator / Administrative Assistant
Pfeifer Binder & Alberth PC — Mars, PA
Seasonal Position | Part-Time, Increasing to Full-Time During the Final Month of Tax Season
Pfeifer Binder & Alberth PC is seeking a dependable, detail-oriented individual to assist our accounting team during tax season. This position involves assembling completed tax returns, organizing client documents, and helping ensure that finished tax packages are accurate, complete, and ready for delivery.
The position will begin with part-time hours. Availability to work full-time during the final month leading up to the April tax filing deadline is required.
Responsibilities
- Assemble completed tax returns and related documents according to firm procedures.
- Check tax packages for required forms, signature pages, payment vouchers, and filing instructions.
- Scan, copy, organize, and save client documents.
- Prepare tax packages for client pickup, mailing, or delivery through our secure client portal.
- Track completed packages and notify staff of missing documents or assembly issues.
- Assist with returning original documents to clients.
- Provide general administrative support, including filing, answering phones, and assisting clients as needed.
- Maintain strict confidentiality of client information.
Qualifications
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to follow instructions and complete repetitive tasks accurately.
- Comfortable using computers, printers, scanners, and basic office software.
- Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines in a busy office.
- Dependable attendance and a professional, courteous manner.
- Prior office or administrative experience is preferred. Tax preparation experience is not required; training will be provided.
Schedule and Compensation
- Seasonal, in-office position in Mars, Pennsylvania.
- Part-time hours during tax season, increasing to full-time during the final month before the April filing deadline.
- Hourly compensation based on experience.
Pay: $20.00 - $23.00 per hour
Expected hours: 20.0 – 50.0 per week
Work Location: In person
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The qualifications that appear most often in tax assistant jobs.
- Associate or bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
- Experience with professional tax preparation or compliance software
- Working knowledge of federal and state individual or business tax rules
- Ability to meet strict filing deadlines during peak tax season
- Strong data entry accuracy and attention to numerical detail
- Enrolled Agent credential or active progress toward CPA licensure preferred
Tips for Your Tax Assistant Job Search
Tailor your resume to tax software
List every tax platform you've used by name, including preparation, compliance, and research tools. Hiring managers scan for specific software fluency before reading anything else, so a generic 'proficient in tax software' line will cost you interviews.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists tax assistant openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Highlight your busy-season availability
Firms hiring tax assistants prioritize candidates who can commit to January through April without scheduling conflicts. State your availability explicitly on your resume or cover letter so it's the first thing a recruiter sees during hiring surges.
Distinguish your experience by entity type
Specify whether your work involved individual returns, partnerships, S-corps, or C-corps. Firms often hire for a specific book of business, and vague claims like 'prepared various returns' won't tell them you've touched the entity types they actually need.
Prepare for a technical screening question
Many tax assistant interviews include a short written or verbal question on a common tax concept, like depreciation methods or the difference between a credit and a deduction. Practice explaining these clearly without jargon so you don't stumble on a basic filter.
Follow up after submitting your application
A brief, professional email to the hiring contact within a week of applying signals genuine interest and keeps your name visible. Reference the specific role and one reason you're a strong fit rather than sending a generic check-in message.
Tax Assistant Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most tax assistants?
The most active employers for tax assistants right now are RPM Living, Current, and Eide Bailly, and the most openings are in Texas, New York, and California, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Regional and national public accounting firms tend to post the highest volume of openings ahead of tax season.
How many tax assistant jobs are remote?
About 17% of tax assistant openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with availability varying by firm size and service line. Individual tax preparation and research-heavy compliance roles tend to offer the most remote flexibility, while positions tied to in-person client meetings or paper document handling are more likely to require on-site work.
How do you become a tax assistant?
Start by completing a degree or certificate in accounting or a closely related field, then gain hands-on exposure through a tax clinic, internship, or seasonal filing role. Build familiarity with professional tax preparation software and study the basics of individual and business returns. Pursuing an Enrolled Agent credential strengthens your candidacy for roles beyond entry level.
Can I get hired as a tax assistant with little or no experience?
Yes, many firms hire tax assistants at the entry level and train them on the job, particularly for roles focused on data entry, return assembly, and client intake. Demonstrating that you've completed relevant coursework, passed a tax preparation course, or volunteered at a free tax clinic gives hiring managers confidence even without paid experience. Seasonal openings are the most accessible starting point.
What does the tax assistant interview process look like?
Most tax assistant interviews involve an initial phone screen with HR or a recruiting coordinator, followed by a technical or behavioral interview with a supervisor or senior associate. You can expect questions about your experience with specific tax forms, how you manage deadline pressure, and your familiarity with common compliance rules. Some firms include a short written exercise or practical scenario.
Where can I find and apply to tax assistant jobs?
You can find and apply to tax assistant jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your experience and preferences, and apply directly to each listing that fits.
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